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Voices of Youth: Inside Kalamazoo’s Youth Mobility program that’s helping teens get to school, activities, and work

After overcoming challenges in the program's rollout, Kalamazoo’s Youth Mobility Fund gives local high school students free access to public transportation, helping teens gain independence and opportunity.

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Formerly unhoused, Bill Brown now builds trust and hope with Kalamazoo’s unhoused

For Bill Brown, it’s important to be out there first thing in the morning when the homeless wake up cold and hungry, wondering what they are going to do. He offers hand warmers, gloves, hats, and food bags. He gives them hope.

Micro home community is a big project in a small corner of Kalamazoo

Jeremy Cole has acquired 2 acres of undeveloped land adjacent to 132 W. Cork St. with plans to build a "micro" home community for homebuyers of modest means.

A new housing development in Portage hopes to create long-term affordable housing

Stanwood Crossings is a new community where the homes are for sale — but the land is owned by the Portage Community Land Trust.

‘Good for We’: Meknology’s Daniel Hodges has found a better way to treat wastewater

Daniel Hodges, founder of Meknology, Inc., is transforming industrial wastewater into clean water and profitable byproducts through a patented steam-based purification system, aiming to make Kalamazoo a hub for sustainable water innovation and equitable environmental progress.

SDOH Hubs improve mental and physical health while reducing disparities

The goal is to improve health outcomes, achieve health equity, and remove barriers to opportunity. 

Bloom where you’re pampered: Battle Creek’s first full-service salon & spa celebrates growth

After 30 years behind the chair, Angie English transformed her passion for helping others into Bloom Beauty & Wellness, creating a space where beauty, wellness, and community come together.

Kalamazoo cleaning company helps lift burdens for cancer patients

Jeannie Cleaning, a Kalamazoo-based company and partner of the nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason, provides free and discounted home cleanings to cancer patients, offering vital support and relief during treatment.

Thrift with a mission: New Marshall store turns bargains into lifelines for Veterans

A new thrift store in Marshall, opened by Volunteers of America Michigan, is revitalizing a once-vacant plaza while supporting veterans and sustainability efforts through secondhand shopping.

Community mental health agency integrates care with onsite primary care and pharmacy

Summit Pointe CEO says, “Proximity doesn't always work, but co-location does.”

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